It is found in northern Peru, eastern Ecuador (Pastaza), Amazonian Colombia (Amazonas and Caquetá Departments), and adjacent western Brazil.

[1][3][4][5] Its specific name refers to its type locality, Roque, San Martín Region, Peru.

[5] Its taxonomic position is uncertain and it is not clear how to distinguish it from other members in the Rhinella margaritifera group in the area.

[5] It is an uncommon species living in the leaf-litter of tropical lowland rainforest.

Habitat loss is a localized threat to this widely distributed species.